How to Fight with Your Spouse
By Bernie Wong, Jason Marsh, Anahid Modrek | September 24, 2010Summaries of new research on what makes a strong relationship, differences between men's and women's brains, and why some people speak up against prejudice when others don't.
Does School Attendance Matter?
By Jason Marsh, Bernie Wong | September 17, 2010Summaries of new research on the link between high attendance and high achievement, the biology of trust, and how to reduce racial stereotyping.
How to Prevent Burnout When Caring for a Loved One
By Jason Marsh, Laura Saslow, Bernie Wong | August 27, 2010Summaries of new research on the benefits of caregiving, the effects of meditation on self-esteem, and how compassion makes us empathize with vulnerable people.
“Green” Exercise Improves Mental Health
By Jason Marsh, Laura Saslow, Bernie Wong | August 20, 2010Summaries of new research on the psychological benefits of nature, the health benefits of optimism, and the importance of "self-compassion."
Why Danes are Happier than Americans
By Jason Marsh, Kat Saxton, Bernie Wong | August 6, 2010Summaries of new research on cross-national happiness, the benefits of a genuine smile, and how to deal with social stigmas.
Do Our Brains Crave Equality?
By Kat Saxton, Jason Marsh | July 30, 2010Summaries of new research on the neuroscience of inequality, how meditation improves concentration, and whether religion can get people to quit smoking.
Is Young Love the Anti-Drug?
By Jason Marsh, Laura Saslow, Kat Saxton | July 23, 2010Summaries of new research on why it's good for teens to date, the neuroscience of empathy, and the academic effects of racism.
Is TV Not as Bad for Kids as We Thought?
By Kat Saxton, Laura Saslow, Erica Lee | July 16, 2010Summaries of new research on the effects of TV on kids, why partners don't always need to empathize with each other, and how to deal with social exclusion.
Do Our Brains Think Some People Deserve to Suffer?
By Kat Saxton, Jason Marsh, Laura Saslow | July 9, 2010Summaries of new research on the limits of empathy, the educational benefits of optimism, and the stress of caregiving.
Does TV Make Us Racist?
By Laura Saslow, Erica Lee, Kat Saxton | July 2, 2010Summaries of new research on the subtle effects of TV, overcoming an insecure childhood, and how to deal with our emotions.
How to be a Supportive Partner
By Laura Saslow, Aaron Shaw, Kat Saxton, Erica Lee | June 25, 2010Summaries of new research on supportive spouses, why we lie, and how to bridge achievement gaps.
You’ll Be Sorry if You Read This
By Kat Saxton, Laura Saslow, Erica Lee, Aaron Shaw | June 18, 2010Summaries of new research on the benefits of sincere apologies, the link between racism and obesity, and why kids' relationships matter.
Happy People, Better Health
By Laura Saslow, Erica Lee, Aaron Shaw, Kat Saxton | June 11, 2010Summaries of new research on the link between happiness and health, emotionally intelligent executives, and empathy.
A Picture is Worth 1,000 ccs of Morphine
By Laura Saslow, Erica Lee, Kat Saxton, Aaron Shaw | June 4, 2010Summaries of new research on altruism among kids, "defensive pessimism," and the soothing effects of your partner's photo.
The Happiness of Time Travel
By Laura Saslow, Jason Marsh, Aaron Shaw, Kat Saxton | May 28, 2010Summaries of new research on gratitude, "mental time travel," and happiness in the East vs. the West.